Qualitative diagnosis is the body fat distribution pattern (indicative
of visceral adiposity).
Excess of localized fat in the abdominal region or torso,
more frequent in the male gender.
It presents a greater correlation with cardiovascular and
metabolic complications.
Excess of localized fat in the hips region, more frequent in
the female gender.
It presents a greater correlation with peripheral
cardiovascular complications and orthopedic and esthetic
problems.
Other auxiliary methods for the Qualitative diagnosis: